How Rocky, a 6-Month-Old Cane Corso, Transformed Leash Manners and Built Confident Obedience in Just 2 Weeks in Phoenix, AZ

At A Glance

Rocky is a 6-month-old Cane Corso who completed a 2-Week Board and Train with Off Leash K9 Training under the care of Ali Collins. His program focused on building confidence, reliable obedience, and strong leash manners for a large, powerful puppy.

Dog Name: Rocky
Breed: Cane Corso
Age: 6 months
Program: 2-Week Board and Train
Trainer: Ali Collins
Main Issues: Puppy obedience, leash manners, confidence building
Outcome: Confident behavior, reliable commands, loose-leash walking and heel

The Challenge 

Before training, Rocky was still very young but already large and powerful for his age.

His owners wanted:

  • Strong obedience early in life
  • Proper leash manners before bad habits formed
  • Confidence and structure for a growing Cane Corso
  • Clear guidance on how to continue training at home

They knew early professional training would be critical for long-term success.

The Training Experience

During the 2-Week Board and Train, Ali focused on combining structure, consistency, and clear communication while keeping Rocky engaged and confident.

Training emphasized:

  • Teaching foundational commands
  • Building loose-leash walking and heel
  • Developing confidence and focus
  • Creating positive training routines
  • Educating the owners at hand-off so progress would continue at home

Daily updates kept Rocky’s family involved and reassured that he was learning, cared for, and treated like part of the family.

The Results 

When Rocky returned home, the transformation was immediate.

His owners noticed:

  • Increased confidence
  • Reliable response to commands
  • Perfect loose-leash walking
  • A solid heel despite his size and age
  • Improved focus and manners

At just 6 months old and over 100 lbs, Rocky already showed the control and obedience many owners struggle to achieve later in life.

Owner Reflection

“We were blown away by the transformation. Rocky felt like part of her family, and the results speak for themselves.”

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